| Program Overview |
If you like helping people, experience the rewards of caring by
entering one of the most in-demand career fields in healthcare! Medical
Assisting is projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations
over the 2004-14 period, according to the US Dept. of Labor.* |
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| The Medical Assisting program prepares students with the knowledge,
technical skills, computer proficiency, and work habits necessary for
entry-level employment in various healthcare positions. Students gain
proficiency in both administrative and clinical skills through interactive and "hands-on" learning
including a "real
world" externship experience.
Student studies include: |
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- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Pharmacology
- Computer Applications
- Clinical Procedures.
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| What You Can Learn |
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Graduates of this program may assume a range of responsibilities including: |
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- Administrative -
Initial contact with patients, scheduling appointments, receiving
and processing payments, preparing billing statements, and handling
mail.
Experienced graduates may function in supervisory or managerial capacities
including personnel selection, hiring, and evaluation.
- Clinical - Assisting the physician with patient care responsibilities such as
taking medical history and vital signs, preparing the patient for examination,
and assisting the physician during patient examination and surgical
procedures. Additional clinical duties may include collecting and
performing various laboratory tests, administering medications, performing
diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, and patient education.
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| Where You Can Go |
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| Upon completion of the program, graduates are qualified
to take professional certification exams. Entry-level
employment opportunities available for graduates include physician offices,
clinics, and related healthcare settings. |
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| * Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook March 2006 |
